Make sure your files are safely duplicated

Easy to set up and use Can back up locally as well Can be used to share files

Need to log in for local backup or restore

One qualm is that you need to be logged in, with an active internet connection, even to make a local backup to USB key or hard disk, which could be a pain for notebook users. Still, this is a good choice of backup software

A no-nonsense internet security suite

: Less expensive than rivals, no annoying pop-up alerts

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A full range of internet security tools in an elegant package

An impressive update to Apple's advanced photo-editing application

Affordable editing software offers some powerful tools

Competent photo editor with some nifty features.

Powerful and comprehensive computer security

Includes three-PC licence, Includes three-PC licence, Good range of protection features

Options are not clearly labelled, Options are not clearly labelled, Default settings not helpful

A comprehensive security program but more help would be welcome.

Keep passwords safe on your phone

Keeps passwords secure - as long as you remember the master password.

Attach fast external storage to your server with this eSata adapter

Two 3Gbits/sec eSata ports; Raid 0 and 1; bundled cables; easy to deploy; multiplatform support

PCI Express only; Raid levels limited

Makes it easy to add fast external storage on a small-business server or workstation

A strong update, but compatibility problems remain

Tidy screens Improved audio controls and title tools

Only works with Intel processors Can be complex for beginners

Our biggest complaint about Premiere Elements has always been that it is very temperamental about the type of PC it requires and unfortunately that hasn't changed with this latest version.

Back up your entire hard drive with the minimum of fuss

Simple and intuitive wizards Can backup to DVD

Needs plentiful storage space

However, we would have liked to have had the option to backup selected files, as many users won't have the space to backup their entire hard disks. If you have, though, it could make backing up much easier

Back up your entire hard drive with the minimum of fuss

Simple and intuitive wizards, Simple and intuitive wizards, Can backup to DVD

Needs plentiful storage space, Needs plentiful storage space

Well designed and easy to use if you have the space.